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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. Food & Beverage
  4. ACCOR

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Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile, Cairo, Egypt

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REF86383E

Sous Chef - Grade Manage

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.


Job Description

  • Lead and supervise the garde manger station, overseeing the preparation of cold foods, salads, appetizers, and charcuterie
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and implement new menu items and recipes
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards in the cold kitchen area
  • Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients for the Garde-Manger station
  • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in cold food preparation techniques
  • Assist in overall kitchen operations and support other stations as needed
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment
  • Participate in menu planning and cost control initiatives
  • Contribute to the creation of visually appealing and innovative cold food presentations

Qualifications

  • Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized culinary school
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, with previous experience as a Garde Manger or Sous Chef
  • Proven expertise in cold food preparation, including salads, appetizers, and charcuterie
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, with current food safety certification 
  • Excellent menu planning and recipe development skills
  • Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in team supervision
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written forms
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Creativity and passion for culinary arts, with a focus on innovative cold food presentations

Additional Information

experience is an asset
Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
Fluency in English
additional languages are a plus
Your team and working environment:
In 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the culture
Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

LET YOUR PASSION SHINE

We foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

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Let your passion shine

We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.

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